Ghanaian left-back Abdul Rahman Baba is setting the Greek Super League alight with stellar performances, cementing his status as a cornerstone of PAOK Thessaloniki’s ambitious campaign in the 2024/25 season.
Following a remarkable 2023/24 season, where Baba played a pivotal role in PAOK’s Greek Super League title triumph—scoring 5 goals and providing 3 assists in 28 appearances—the 30-year-old was deservedly named in the league’s Team of the Season.
His form has seamlessly carried into the current campaign, with Baba already contributing 4 goals in 11 league matches, showcasing his rare knack for finding the net from the left-back position.
Across all competitions this season, Baba has featured in 22 matches, scoring 7 goals and adding 1 assist, with over 1,600 minutes played as of December 2024.
His standout moments include a clinical strike in a 4-1 rout of Panserraikos on December 8, 2024, and a match-winning goal in a 2-1 comeback victory against Asteras Tripolis on November 24, 2024.
He also played the full 90 minutes in PAOK’s crucial 1-0 win over AEK Athens on May 11, 2025, bolstering their title chase.
Baba’s attacking flair, combined with his defensive reliability, has made him one of the league’s most dynamic players. His contributions extend beyond domestic play, with a goal in a 2-2 draw against Malmö in UEFA Champions League qualifying and a late equalizer in a UEFA Europa League clash against Viktoria Plzen.
These performances underline his importance to PAOK’s aspirations in both the Greek Super League and European competitions.
Off the pitch, Baba’s resurgence has sparked renewed calls for his return to Ghana’s Black Stars, especially after he stepped away from international duty to focus on his club career during the 2023 Africa Cup of Nations and World Cup qualifiers.
With Ghana preparing for upcoming international fixtures, including the 2026 World Cup qualifiers, Baba’s red-hot form makes him a strong candidate for a national team recall.
As PAOK push for another league title and deeper European runs, Baba’s blend of experience, versatility, and goal-scoring prowess continues to drive their success.
